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ZyberVR makes the prescription lenses you didn’t know you needed

October 6, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

ZyberVR reached out and asked me to review a few of their products for my blog. ZyberVR makes third-party accessories for VR headsets. I was fortunate to be sent three of their products, and will review them honestly. If you end up buying anything off of the Zyber VR site, make sure you use my code: CHURAPE for 15% off your order. You can also use my affiliate links. If you like these reviews, like, comment, subscribe, and share them with your friends.

The first item I’ll be covering is the blue light protection prescription lens attachment they have for the Meta Quest 2, PSVR, and Pico 4. I don’t wear glasses, so I’ll be reviewing the blue light protection without a prescription for the Meta Quest 2.

The lenses are well made. The frames are of solid construction, and the lenses look good. They come with a nice protective carrying case but a cheap cleaning cloth. The cloth will clean the lenses, but if you wear glasses, you have nicer ones.

The attachment comes in two pieces, the frame that connects to the headset, and a magnetic frame that holds the lenses. The magnets are strong enough to keep the lenses secure to the headset, but they make changing and removing them easy. This is a great feature for times you need to share your headset with someone who doesn’t have the same prescription. Installation is a simple process, and they stay on securely without issues.

My biggest issue with VR is my sensitivity to blue light. I can only manage short sessions in VR before I have to stop due to strain. While I did manage longer sessions with the lenses on, I am not quite convinced they were necessary. It could be that my eyes are too sensitive to be effective, so your mileage may vary. If you wear glasses, you need to buy yourself a pair. ZyberVR offers a wide range of prescriptions for a reasonable price.

Prescription lenses with blue light protection are available for the Quest 2, PSVR, and Pico 4 for $55. Blue light protection lenses without the protection are available for the Quest 2, PSVR, and Pico 4 for $35. They are currently on sale for $10. Don’t forget to use my discount code CHURAPE at checkout to save 15%.

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The first gamplay trailer for the upcoming pixel art MMO Drakantos just dropped, and I am hyped!

October 4, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

I’ve been excited about Drakantos since learning about it at GDC. Drakantos is a free-to-play pixel art MMO coming to PC and mobile devices. Instead of classes, players can choose from a roster of 21 unique characters to set off on their adventure. I love the art, the voice acting sounds amazing, and what I’ve seen of the story has me curious. I’ve written about the game in previous posts. Make sure you check those out if you want more details. If you’ve enjoyed these updates, make sure you like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends!

Well, developers just dropped a gameplay trailer, and I can’t help but stay excited for the release. If you are a fan of early-era Runescape, this game may be for you. The gameplay looks relaxing, but there seems to be enough challenge involved to keep it engaging. The boss fights to look like a ton of fun, and it looks like there is an emphasis on party play. I am always in favor of a game that helps foster a strong community. It is too early to tell from the images and video how good this game will be, but I am interested. Hopefully, we get a demo soon. I’ll be following Drakanto’s development closely to report on any major updates, but you should join the official Discord so you are always up to date. Don’t forget to add Drakantos to your wishlist!

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Voting for the 2023 Golden Joystick Awards has started, and the winners should be: Viewfinder and Planet of Lana

September 30, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

Voting for the 2023 Golden Joystick Awards has started, and two games I’ve covered this year have been nominated, Viewfinder and Planet of Lana. I loved these games so much that I felt they were worth revisiting, at least for your consideration. Make sure you check out the original reviews, but please vote for whatever feels right.

Voting closes on October 20, and winners will be announced on November 10 during the ceremony. Make sure you head over to the official site to vote and show your favorite games some love.

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Viewfinder

Viewfinder is up for two awards this year, Best Visual Design and Best Indie Game. These nominations are spot on. This game was one of the most visually striking and innovative puzzle games I’ve ever played. Everything about this game is so much fun. The visuals are beautiful, the music is fantastic, and the puzzles are so much fun. If you haven’t played this game yet, you need to! Make sure you check out my full review and go play Viewfinder on Playstation or Steam! The game is currently $24.99 on both platforms and worth every penny.

Planet of Lana

Planet of Lana is up for Xbox Game of the Year, and I can’t think of a game more deserving. This is easily one of my favorite games of the year. it had a beautiful art style with a fantastic world, a wonderful story, and great mechanics. It also has one of the best sound tracks you will ever get to sit through. If you are looking for a fun and relaxing puzzle adventure game, you need Planet of Lana. Make sure you check out my full review. You can pick up Planet of Lana on Steam or Xbox for $19.99, or free if you have Game Pass.

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The Second Wave beta means we have more lore and playable heroes on the way!

September 29, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

Beta Coming October 6th!

The Second Wave beta is just a week away, and I can’t wait to jump back in. I first tried Second Wave at GDC and got to play in the Alpha earlier this year. I loved this game so much that I am still following it closely, counting the days till I can log back into Armantia!

Second Wave is a free-to-play shooter coming to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, IOS and Android Devices, and PC via Steam and STOVE. A release date hasn’t been announced, but I will keep you posted. The game will be cross-platform between consoles and PC, but mobile devices will have to play with each other to keep things fair. The game allows gamers to play as unique heroes as they fight in epic team battles over Armantia. I love the art and character design, but it might be a little heavy on the anime side for some folks. Art style shouldn’t matter when the game is this fun. Finally, Second Wave promises not to be pay-to-win. All monetization will exist within a cosmetic-only cash shop or battle pass. It’s not clear how they will handle hero unlocks, but I hope it’s not as predatory as Overwatch 2.

The beta will run from October 6th to the 6th for Steam, Stove, and Xbox insider members only. This will be an open Beta. All you need to do is download the game during the beta period and play till your heart’s content. No announcements have been made about signing up through Xbox Insider yet. I recommend you join the official discord to stay up to date on all the updates.

As we gear up for the open beta, we got a few new characters teased as well as some lore for Ess’el. We have more lore on the way, but I just couldn’t wait another day for this update. If you’ve been enjoying these updates, make sure you like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends.

Ess’el’s Backstory

Ess’el was the first hero I played as, and was the reason I fell in love with the game. Funnily enough, it was also the first choice for the two girls I played against. I don’t think I’ll main here because I love the support role too much, but she will always have a special place in my heart. Her back story just dropped, and it is as edgy and cool as you would have expected! She is a fun melee character that I am sure will see a lot of play.

Aegis

Here is a character we’ve seen briefly before. I love the dark and light motif. This is on the list of characters I am going to try to main. She will be playable in the open beta. The rest of the reveals will follow without much description because we only got the name drop so far.

Jemma

Spade Four

Jack

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Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown might be the next action-platformer I add to my collection

September 25, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the last game from September’s Nintendo Direct that I am excited about. There are other games from the Direct that I won’t be covering because they didn’t draw enough of my attention. Make sure you check out the official Nintendo of America YouTube channel to catch anything I missed.

The Lost Crown is an action-adventure platformer that brings back a classic IP to the current generation of gaming. The lore is rich, the art is great, and the gameplay looks like a lot of fun. There are some mechanics in the trailer I know I’ll be frustrated with, but that’s only because I suck at platforming. Ever since Nocturnal, I’ve been hungry for another side-scroller. I’m definitely making time to try this game when it comes out.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown releases on January 18 for Xbox, PlayStation, Epic Games, and Nintendo Switch for $49.99. Preorders are open today!

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Premium Bandai just dropped a MG KÄMPFER SCHWER, and it’s pretty sick

September 22, 2023 josechurape Leave a comment

Premium Bandai just put a bunch of swag on their Gundam store page, so make sure you check it out if you need to update your wardrobe. What I am most excited about are the gunpla kits they just put up for preorder. They have a couple of fun colored Zaku’s and a cool master grade kit you might want to pick up. If you enjoy these updates, make sure you like, comment, follow, and share this with your friends.

MG 1/100 KÄMPFER SCHWER ($71)

I’ll start with what I believe to be the coolest kit of the announcements. I love the black and details, the decals will surely give me trouble but the end result is worth it. Preorders for the KÄMPFER SCHWER are open till January 2nd, or till supplies run out. It is expected to ship in February.

HG 1/144 ZAKU HIGH MOBILITY SURFACE TYPE

I sat through some of this year’s Razercon, and I can’t help but feel disappointed by the collection of announcements. We got some overpriced chairs, an ugly D&G collaboration, and of course, RGB on everything. I know there is a lot of hate for Razer products, but I love my Orbweaver. The problem is, that Razer is no longer supporting it. I can feel my Orbweaver dying with each keystroke, but I’m using it till it dies. I was hoping that this stream would announce a suitable replacement, but sadly, they haven’t quite earned my money just yet.

If you missed the stream, you didn’t miss much. If you care about RGB lights, looking for a Razer-branded gaming chair, or want some overpriced Dolce & Gabbana gaming gear, go watch the VOD. The only announcement worth some attention has to be the announcement of the Huntsman V3 Pro line Keyboards.

The Huntsman V3 Pro line introduces the 2nd Generation Razer Analog Optical Switches which promise to be optimized for the competitive esports scene. With a rapid trigger mode, adjustable actuation, and onboard memory, this could be the tool to elevate your game to the next level. The Huntsman V3 Pro line is also designed to be more durable, for your more intense gaming sessions. With a 100-million keystroke lifespan, textured doubleshot PBT keycaps, and a brushed aluminum top plate, it’s not only going to look great, but they might have to bury it with you as well. Historically, Razer products just look good for a few years before failing or breaking, so I’d take the marketing with a grain of salt until further testing is done. The keyboards do come with a 2-year warranty if purchased directly from RazorStore, so keep that in mind when making your decision. And yes, it has RGB and synapse support.

The Keyboard comes in three flavors: Huntsman V3 Pro ($249.99), Huntsman V3 Pro TKL ($219.99), and Huntsman V3 Pro Mini ($179.99). The only difference between the versions is the size. The Hunstman Pro V3 has a keypad included, the TKL doesn’t have the keypad, and the mini doesn’t have the keypad, function bar, or arrow keys. Choice therefore comes down to the gamer’s needs, space, and budget. I am not in the market for a full-sized keyboard at the moment, so I’ll be waiting for the keypad announcement. If you are looking for your new gaming keyboard, preorders start today and the product ships October 31st.

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